Alumni & Student Stories

Kendra Newhart’s Purdue Global journey as a U.S. Army veteran, gym owner and teacher.  

It's never too late to earn your degree — even when you haven’t been a student in decades.

After earning his online master’s degree from Purdue Global, Todd Brewer made a powerful career comeback — going from adult learner to Purdue faculty member.

In this Q&A, learn about Alan Thomas’ journey moving forward with a Purdue Global degree.

Leighellen Landskov graduated at Purdue University in West Lafayette where she celebrated earning her bachelor’s degree and moving forward in her career. 

Thanks to Guild and Team USA Learning Network, Lauryn DeLuca is the first Team USA athlete to graduate from Purdue Global

Purdue Global Law School graduates make historic strides with Indiana bar success

Thanks to the Guild and Team USA Learning Network, U.S. Olympic hopeful Kell Berliner is working on his MBA with Purdue Global.

Lisa Shields persevered through grief and the pandemic to earn her certificate and move forward in her health care career.

Robert’s master’s degree in instructional design and technology helped him build a new career as a multimedia designer.

Nicole Richardson Hicks is carrying on her family’s legacy of education — one that came with many challenges — ultimately leading her to Purdue Global.

Tara Melton says she never accepted the adage that you play the hand you're dealt.

She fights fiercely for her dreams, but she’s fighting for the next generation’s, too.

The Guild and Team USA Learning Network is helping Ashley come back with Purdue Global.

Yvette Martinez was always a protector, even as a child. That’s why she became a Marine.

Recent grad Kevin Kohn explains why he recommends Purdue Global to working adults — and why he thinks you can be successful.

Sienna Clawson turned teen hardship into a Purdue Global success story.

Learn about Craig Dockstader’s journey toward his online degree in communication and his inspiring words of support.

For all the working adults pursuing their online degree, we have a list of advice to help.

Christyne Baxter’s search for knowledge has taken her to incredible heights.

How Purdue Global graduates and married couple Rebecca and Caleb Ortiz earned their degrees and a strong purpose

Patti Bertolino has worked in the corporate sector for over 25 years and says her online degree from Purdue Global gives her a deeper understanding of her passion — making learning fun for everyone.

It would have been easy for Mandy to decide her dream job was just out of reach. But she didn’t.

Sade Adeojo’s achievements are fueled by her passion to help others.

This four-time U.S. Paralympian and Purdue Global student looks toward a future that includes a master’s degree in education.

Discover Chrishana and Chrishá’s journey earning their online master’s degrees in health care administration from Purdue Global. Twin sisters Chrishana and Chrishá Jackson do everything together. They both graduated with their bachelor’s degrees in exercise science in 2021, work at the same hospital and even live three minutes apart.

An activist during the AIDS crisis, Josef Vice continues to fight for LGBTQ+ rights.

Purdue Global professor Shaila Rana is an expert in cybersecurity and AI. Her research focuses on uncovering how AI can be a boon for learners, while critically analyzing both its advantages and disadvantages, and she’s driven to help her students succeed in a developing field.

With a drive to introduce others to the opportunities education presents, this tech professor knows how to support students

Tony Jackson earned his Executive Juris Doctor degree online, and it’s empowering his entrepreneurial journey

Abby’s Purdue Global degree gave her the confidence to apply for her dream job.

Alejandra Palma enrolled at Purdue Global after a brush with death, when her dream became more meaningful. 

Purdue Global professor Josef Vice says if he can make a comeback after 35 years, so can other working adults.

No matter what you go through, or if something doesn’t go your way, don’t stop fighting.

When Kelvin realized he needed to finish his degree, he knew he could trust Purdue Global to offer an education he’d be proud of. As a Navy veteran, Kelvin appreciated the Purdue Global faculty’s foundational understanding of what military life...

As an active service member in the Army, Dustin had a life-saving moment that pushed him to earn his degree. He’s sharing his story and why he chose Purdue Global to move him forward in his military career.  

She waited almost 30 years for her dream. Finally, she earned her law degree.

From Guam to the U.S. Army, Cliford has an incredible story. He’s sharing his journey to the Purdue Global degree that is bringing him one step closer to his dream. 

How a rescue horse inspired this ER nurse to get her online law degree

This nurse practitioner found her passion caring for patients’ legal needs

For 30 years, Dottie has had the goal of earning a degree that moves her forward. Now she’s sharing her journey from U.S. Army reservist to military spouse to Purdue Global graduate.

If you’re a working adult considering whether to go back to school, we know it’s a big decision as you contemplate your future. Here are 10 unique advantages that set Purdue Global apart. 

Andrea Mattingly saw value in a Purdue Global degree to help move her career forward. She’s sharing how earning an online master’s in business administration has contributed to success.

Stephanie Dykhuizen saw value in a Purdue Global degree to help move her career forward. She’s sharing how earning online bachelor’s and master’s degrees has contributed to success.

With a Purdue Global degree, this Disney performer is moving forward. 

Allie Kingery saw value in a Purdue Global degree to help move her career forward. She’s sharing how earning an online master’s degree contributed to her success. 

Anastasia Krutulis saw value in a Purdue Global degree to help move her career forward. She’s sharing how earning an online master’s degree has contributed to success. 

A nutrition degree from Purdue Global kept this military mom’s dream alive

Everything’s a race to this driver. Purdue Global is getting her ahead.

Jay Wasson saw value in a Purdue Global degree to help move his career forward. He’s sharing how earning an online master’s degree has contributed to success. 

Amy Boyle saw value in a Purdue Global degree to help move her career forward. She’s sharing how earning an online master’s degree has contributed to success. 

Juan remembers watching the World Baseball Classic on TV. Someday, he told his mom, that would be him.

Dolan Williams shares lessons learned — and his commitment to family. 

Leanna Chroman learned early on about the joy and fulfillment that comes from caring about others’ well-being.

Purdue Global’s Concord Law School helped Somita make a midcareer pivot

Purdue Global classmates Gabe Giusti and Massimo Ruzza had so much in common that friendship was all but inevitable.

Career and classroom experiences have brought Tony Friesner to believe there is always an opportunity to serve the greater good. 

Practice makes perfect. For Lisa Holman, this rings true in every endeavor, from rehearsing songs to processing data sets.  

Kelvin Gumbs, who spent 22 years in the U.S. Navy, was among nearly 5,000 active-duty, National Guard or reserve members serving worldwide while attending Purdue Global. 

My mom is a nurse, so service has been something I have been accustomed to since I was a kid. 

As the son of two public servants – a teacher and the former West Lafayette chief of police – Justin Marvin was naturally drawn to an occupation that educates and protects his fellow citizens.

The Krystal Dabon of 2022 is a far different person from the one who entered the nursing profession two decades ago.

Life could have gotten in the way for these Purdue University Global alumni, but they persistently pursued their academic goals.

Boilermaker Miri Niedrauer didn’t grow up with access to any kind of education, so she made her own. As one of nine children, her childhood was made up mostly of working on her family’s goat dairy farm in rural east...

Wendy Buice knew if she was going to remain competitive and advance in her career, she’d need an MBA. She got it at Purdue Global.